Scientist Agronomy

Reynolds American is evolving into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow by Building a Smokeless World.

To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey. Tomorrow can’t wait, let’s shape it together!

The Scientist Agronomy role will collaborate with researchers / stakeholders to co-design, plan and execute greenhouse and field research programs of commercial and potential regulatory interest. Using agronomic production expertise, the Scientist will ensure successful planning and completion of individual leaf research initiatives to deliver stated outcomes.

• Provide technical expertise in agronomy, harvesting and curing, scientific research principles, and data collection and storage.
• Co-design and execute research plans using lab, greenhouse, and field research while driving the implementation of tactical plans which meet stated leaf research objectives.
• Identify, manage contracts and collaborate with contracted research growers, universities, and vendors; providing advice and consultation on agronomy issues,experimental design and field layout, irrigation, fertilization, transplant production, harvesting / curing, seed production and shipments.
• Partner with molecular and analytical labs to establish sampling plans, sample collection, required analysis and application of analytical data.
• Compile and interpret data to provide project status to key stakeholders and archive results in written library reports
• Identify, assess, and implement improved agronomic research practices and industry standards while ensuring internal business and regulatory process compliance

• BS degree in agronomy, crop science, biological or physical sciences or 3 years relevant work experience
• Expertise in agronomy, greenhouse production, scientific experimental design and field layout
• Strong planning, project management and technical leadership skills
• Ability to apply critical thinking and analytical skills to ambiguous challenges
• Ability to execute multiple projects with changing priorities and aggressive timelines
• Solid technical communication skills, translating concepts for diverse stakeholders
• Strong computer skills, with proficiency in MS Office software including Excel, Word, Power Point and Outlook.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interface with others within and external to the Company
• Willingness to work outside in field conditions

At Reynolds American, we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation.
See what is possible for you at REYNOLDS AMERICAN.

• Global Top Employer with 53,000 British American Tobacco employees across more than 180 markets
• Great Place to Work Certified
• Brands sold in over 200 markets, made in 44 factories in 42 countries
• Newly established Tech Hubs building world-class capabilities for innovation in four strategic locations
• Diversity leader in the Financial Times and International Women’s Day Best Practice winner
• Seal Award winner – one of 50 most sustainable companies

Have you been on a career break for 18 months or longer? Are you ready to return to your career? If your answers to these questions is yes, we would love to hear from you. Regardless of why you took a break, we value you for all the skills you can bring to the workforce. Reignite your career, work flexibly, be part of a dynamic team and upskill yourself with on-the-job training and development…